Aetna Announces New Alliance with Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).Aetna to become HACU's "health partner," providing health information to member schools through Aetna's InteliHealth website HARTFORD, Conn. -- Aetna (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : AET AET Aetna, Inc. AET After Extra Time AET Actual Evapotranspiration AET Alliance for Environmental Technology AET Alpha-Ethyltryptamine AET Applied Extrusion Technologies, Inc. ) today announced a formal alliance with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU HACU Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities HACU HealthAmerica Credit Union (Jacksonville, Florida) ). HACU leaders will present the benefits of this alliance to its membership at HACU's 20th annual conference on Oct. 28 in San Antonio, Texas “San Antonio” redirects here. For other uses, see San Antonio (disambiguation). San Antonio is the second most populous city in Texas, the third most populous metropolitan area in Texas, and is the seventh most populous city in the United States. As of the 2006 U.S. . HACU is a non-profit organization A non-profit organization (abbreviated "NPO", also "non-profit" or "not-for-profit") is a legally constituted organization whose primary objective is to support or to actively engage in activities of public or private interest without any commercial or monetary profit purposes. representing more than 450 colleges and universities in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and abroad. Its member institutions collectively enroll more than two-thirds of all U.S. Hispanics in higher education higher education Study beyond the level of secondary education. Institutions of higher education include not only colleges and universities but also professional schools in such fields as law, theology, medicine, business, music, and art. . As a result of this alliance, Aetna will become HACU's health partner and will provide online health information to member schools through a link to Aetna's InteliHealth website, executive mentors and guest speakers for HACU events, and financial support for HACU's annual conference. This alliance is Aetna's latest initiative focused on gaining knowledge and building relationships within the nation's Latino community. The health insurer's strategic vision includes strengthening relationships with Hispanic organizations throughout the country by offering a wide variety of affordable health benefits products designed to meet the unique needs of racial and ethnic minority populations. In 2007, Aetna plans to partner with HACU to develop a case study on health care disparities and culturally sensitive health care delivery that would be offered through HACU's member institutions. Aetna's national leadership and research on disparities in health care among Caucasians and racial and ethnic minorities have been in the forefront of a national movement to eliminate disparities in health care based upon race. "The alliance with Aetna will provide our students and faculty with a reliable source of web-based health information, hands-on training through the mentorship program, and the financial backing the Association needs to continue to educate our members on how we can effect change in the health status of Latinos," said Antonio Flores Antonio Flores (November 14, 1961-May 30, 1995), born Antonio González Flores, was a Spanish singer-songwriter and actor. He was the only male child of singers and actors Antonio González 'El Pescaílla' and Lola Flores. , president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of HACU. "The case study Aetna proposes is an indication to us that the company is genuinely interested in meeting the health needs of our community and making a difference in the quality of life of Latinos," Flores Flores, town, Guatemala Flores (flōrəs), town (1990 est. pop. 2,200), capital of Petén department, N Guatemala. Flores was built on an island in the southern part of Lake Petén Itzá and on the site of the added. "We're excited about the opportunities that this new alliance offers," said John Webb John Webb may refer to:
"Aetna's recent success has been a result of building relationships, building alliances and creating tailored products and services to support its members' health needs at every stage of their lives," said Raymond Arroyo, head of Diversity for Aetna. "The relationship with HACU will provide us opportunities to highlight our student health solutions through our Chickering Group products; benefits plans for part-time employees through our Affordable Health Choices products; and customized retiree products for higher education professionals through the Emeriti Retirement Health Solutions products." Aetna is one of the nation's leading diversified health care benefits companies, serving approximately 29.9 million people with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care. Aetna offers a wide range of traditional and consumer-directed health insurance solutions to higher education faculty and staff, including medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, group life, long-term care long-term care (LTC), n the provision of medical, social, and personal care services on a recurring or continuing basis to persons with chronic physical or mental disorders. and disability plans, and medical management capabilities. Aetna's customers include employer groups, individuals, college students, part-time and hourly workers, health plans and government-sponsored plans. For more information about Aetna's products and services visit www.aetna.com. The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) was established in 1986 with a founding membership of eighteen institutions. Today, HACU represents more than 450 colleges and universities committed to Hispanic higher education success in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Latin America, Spain and Portugal. Although their member institutions in the U. S. represent less than 10% of all higher education institutions nationwide, together they are home to more than two-thirds of all Hispanic college students. HACU is the only national educational association that represents Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). HACU is a non-profit organization committed to assuring higher education access and success for Hispanic students. For more information, visit www.hacu.net. |
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